Job Description
Innova Solutions has a client that is immediately hiring for an
Associate Manager - Medical Affairs
Position type: Full time Contract
Duration: 6 months
Location: Foster City, CA
As a(n) Associate Manager - Medical Affairs you will:
We are seeking a Manager within Phase 4 Research in LIVE (liver, inflammation, emerging viruses, and established products) to join our Global Medical Affairs Research team.
This role is responsible for coordinating proposal reviews and supporting portfolio management of investigator-sponsored research (ISR), collaborative research, and MA-led client-sponsored research across LIVE.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in Phase 4 research or clinical operations, and knowledge of the therapeutic area. Specific Job Responsibilities:
• Assist in managing meetings for our LIVE Research Committee (RC)
• Manage reviews of ISRs, COs and MA-led GS proposals through the RC review process for:
o Coordinate proposal review meetings with RC Team Leads and RC Chairs
o Support creation and management of requests for proposals (RFPs)
o Support external investigators, MA scientific leads, Medical Scientists, and other stakeholders in developing and submitting rigorous research proposals to client
• Support the management of the LIVE portfolio including liaising with key cross-functional partners such as Clinical Operations, local affiliates and external investigators
• Review abstracts and/or manuscripts that result from the phase 4 program
• Contribute to ensuring that the research processes and study execution align with MA research policy and governance, integrated evidence plan priorities, and overall program strategy
• Work with the team to track, monitor and intervene with external investigators to ensure timely execution of contracted studies, and support closure of studies when not meeting contracted milestones
• Act as a resource for Research Committee Chairs, voting members, standing members, proposal champions, affiliates, and reviewers
• Contribute to process improvements related to research proposal and study management systems
• Manage projects to completion, anticipating obstacles and difficulties that may arise, resolving them in a collaborative manner and engage in project management activities as needed by assigned RC Team Lead and/or Senior Manager
Educational and other Requirements:
• Professional degree (eg, PhD, PharmD); OR masters degree (eg, MS, MPH) with 2+ years of experience in clinical or observational research including research operations; OR Bachelors degree with 6-plus years of experience
• Must be cognizant of and adhere to regulatory and legal (Business Conduct) requirements for clinical trials and other Medical Affairs activities; knowledge of FDA regulations, ICH guidelines and GCPs governing the conduct of clinical trials
• Demonstrated project management and organization skills including process improvement, management of multiple resources and priority projects with tight timelines while maintaining attention to detail
• Ability to work in a global environment which may require participation in meetings outside of standard work hours to accommodate time zone differences
• Affinity for a collaborative, team-oriented environment, and approach; must be able to appropriately interact within MA and across Development, senior management, and external customers/vendors
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Proven track record of executing clearly defined goals and objectives in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated to work independently and having a positive attitude while working as part of teams
• Ability to engage and manage multiple stakeholders to achieve the objective
Preferred Qualifications:
Understanding/experience in in MA/pharmaceutical industry in phase4/externally sponsored research programs or Clinical Development
Scientific knowledge/experience in LIVE TAs
Qualified candidates should
APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.
We are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar positions. If this role is not a fit for you, we do offer a referral bonus program for referrals that we successfully place with our clients, subject to program guidelines.
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Thank you!
Namrata Gautam
PHONE: (+1) 314-523-1818
EMAIL: Namrata.Gautam@innovasolutions.com
PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range*: $60- $64 per hour
*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.
Benefits: Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following: Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental/vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS: Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.
Recent Recognitions: - Named One of America’s Best Employers for New Grads by Forbes (2024
- Named One of the Best Companies to Work For by U.S. News & World Report (Private Companies List, 2024-2025)
- One of the Largest IT Staffing Firms in the US – Ranked #3 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024)
- One of the Largest Staffing Firms in the US – Ranked #13 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024; includes Innova Solutions, Volt, & HireGenics)
- Named One of the Top Ten Private Companies in Atlanta by the Atlanta Business Chronicle (2023)
- One of the Largest Certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) in the United States (NMSDC, 2024)
- AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner with 100+ certifications
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